Caris LeVertA sprained right ankle will keep you sidelined for approximately one to two more weeks Cleveland CavaliersAnnounced Thursday
Additionally, the Cavaliers revealed that All-Star guard Darius GarlandIn the coming days, you will be treated and rehabilitated for a sore lower-back.
According to the team, both players would be able to return to play as soon as possible.
Both of these players were previously out for the game at Detroit on Thursday night.
The Cavs won’t have LeVert and Garland, but they will have forward Lauri MarkkanenRefrain from the Pistons. Markkanen, who had missed 11 games due to a badly sprained right ankle on Jan. 22, has been included in the starting lineup for Detroit.
LeVert is a guard/forward and has appeared in four games since Indiana traded him to the Cavs. He averaged 13.3 points per game and 3.8 assists.
Bickerstaff is considering LeVert as his first starter with Cleveland. Bickerstaff is currently trying to determine how the 6-foot-6 scorer fits into Cleveland’s offensive systems.
It’s unknown when LeVert injures his foot.
Garland’s back problem has been a slowing factor for him for several weeks. Prior to last week’s All Star break Garland missed five games due lower back pain. The 22-year-old played in All-Star Weekend activities. He scored 13 points in Team LeBron’s victory Sunday.
All season, the Cavs have been dealing with injuries. They are currently the leading scorer. Collin SextonGuard Ricky Rubio– and currently sit fourth in the Eastern Conference at 35-23.
This report was contributed by The Associated Press.